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These hot Ham and Cheese Sliders are super easy to make and are perfect for the big game and busy weeknight meals! They’re cheesy, meaty and covered in a rich, buttery sauce that’ll keep you coming back for more!
For our family of corn and soybean farmers, the busy seasons are in the spring (planting) and fall (harvest). The craziness of these hurry-up-and-wait, weather-dependent seasons calls for quick meals that are easy to enjoy on the go.
These sliders have become a go-to meal for us, along with the Pretzel Dogs and Ham and Cheese Crescent Rolls! These start with a package of Hawaiian rolls, get loaded up with ham and cheese, then topped with a perfectly-seasoned butter sauce before heating up in the oven. Easy, flavorful, delish.
Love this recipe!!! I’ve already made it a few times! So easy and perfect for college kids!!
Haley
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Hawaiian Rolls
- Ham – I use deli-sliced honey ham as I enjoy the sweet and salty combo! You could also use Black Forest ham or something similar.
- Sliced Cheese – I like a combination of cheddar and provolone, but feel free to try others as well!
- Butter – Salted or unsalted butter will work great.
- Parmesan Cheese – Grated parmesan works best.
- Seasonings & Spices – Garlic powder, onion powder, parsley and red pepper flakes (omit these if you’re really sensitive to spice)
How to make Ham and Cheese Sliders
There are many recipes for Hawaiian roll ham and cheese sliders out there, but if you’re looking for one without poppyseeds and a little more savory, this is for you!
Slice the rolls in half and place the bottom layer in the baking dish.
Layer the cheddar cheese slices then the ham.
Top with the provolone and then the tops of the buns.
Mix up the butter sauce and then cover with aluminum foil & bake.
What goes well with these easy Ham and Cheese Sliders?
You can pair these with about anything! Frozen Fruit Cups, a bag of chips, and a simple salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette would be a great way to round out the meal!
Frequently Asked Questions
Yep! Get the sliders prepped, covered and refrigerate until you’re ready to bake (up to 48 hours later). Baking time will be a bit longer as they’re starting cold.
Yes! You can freeze them uncooked OR cooked. Just wrap tightly and freeze for up to 1 month.
Depending on the brand of buns you use, you can possibly use a 9×13 inch pan but it’ll be a tight fit. You can also use a rimmed sheet pan.
I’ve never had this recipe turn out soggy. You want to cover the sliders for the majority of the bake time (so the tops of the buns don’t burn before the cheese is melted) but then let them bake uncovered for a couple minutes at the end.
Ham & Cheese Sliders TIPS!
- Feeding a crowd? Double, triple, quadruple the recipe!
- Sliders on the go! Wrap a couple sliders in aluminum foil and they’ll stay warm for awhile longer!
- Go for variety. If you’re feeding a crowd and want a couple meat and cheese options, go for it! Try ham and Swiss, turkey and pepper jack, ham and provolone… whatever floats your boat!
- Don’t like Hawaiian rolls? Use another type of slider bun, no worries. Better yet, use my homemade dinner rolls recipe – so good!!!
- Pass on non-butter substitutes. Sometimes you can get away with margarine or butter alternative. These sandwiches just won’t be the same without the real deal.
Other Sliders You’ll Love
Hawaiian Roll Breakfast Sliders
Ham and Cheese Sliders
Ingredients
- 1 package Hawaiian roll slider buns
- 6 slices cheddar cheese
- 3/4 pound sliced ham
- 6 slices provolone cheese
- 1/4 cup butter melted
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon parsley
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13 pan with cooking spray.
- Remove slider buns from their package and slice horizontally, so you have a top layer and a bottom layer.1 package Hawaiian roll slider buns
- Place the bottom layer in the prepared pan.
- Add the cheddar cheese in an even layer.6 slices cheddar cheese
- Next, add the ham.3/4 pound sliced ham
- And then the layer of provolone cheese.6 slices provolone cheese
- Then, top the sliders with the bun tops and set aside.
- Make the sauce by combining the melted butter, parmesan, red pepper, garlic, onion powder and parsley. Brush it over the sliders.1/4 cup butter, 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese, 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon parsley
- Cover the sliders with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake an additional 3-5 minutes or until heated through and golden brown on top.
These were absolutely delicious and easy to make! We will definitely be making again in the future. They would be a great pot luck option as well.
I’m so happy to hear your family enjoyed them as much as we do!! And I agree – a GREAT potluck option!! Thanks so much for the review – it means the world to me!
-Kelsey
I just made this for my husband and kids for a quick dinner – it was SUPER easy and TASTY!! Love it. (And I am terrible in the kitchen!)
Aww I’m so happy to hear that, Paige!!! Who doesn’t love a super easy, quick dinner idea?! 🙂 Thanks for the review!
Love this recipe!!! I’ve already made it a few times! So easy and perfect for college kids!!
Thanks so much for the review – I can’t tell you how much that helps my small business!! And I’m so glad you love these sliders as much as we do! 🙂
-Kelsey
My teenage sons love these sandwiches! I am putting this recipe in a recipe binder so when they go off to college, then they can make them. I used the Artesano dinner rolls and also Brioche hamburger buns for a more savory bread option.
I love love love the idea of making a recipe binder for when the kids go off to college!!! So glad you are including this one! 🙂
Best slider recipe. The parmesan cheese sprinkled on to top is so tasty!
These are my go to when I need something for a quick get together.
So happy to hear, Liz!!! These always seem to be a great crowd-pleaser! -Kelsey
These are delicious and so easy to make! Highly recommend!
Hi! Have you frozen sliders made to the point of putting butter, etc on? I’ve made ahead and stored in fridge a few days but wondered how made up ones would keep in the freezer.
Thanks!
Tracy
Hi Tracy – I have not tried it! If you do, please let me know how it goes! 🙂 ~Kelsey
I prep them completely before freezing. Cook from frozen 5-10 min longer, or thaw and cook.
My husband gets together with his high school football buddies (class of ‘77) a few times during the season. These sliders are always requested and always a hit.